abusive language
Example Sentences
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They include him not stealing, making threats, or using foul or abusive language and leaving shops when ordered.
From BBC • Sep. 25, 2025
He was ejected from the game for abusive language after arguing that Laferriere had struck him in the head and deserved a major penalty.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 13, 2024
Per ABC, Scotland's new Hate Crime and Public Order Act makes it unlawful to incite hatred via threatening or abusive language on the basis age, disability, religion, sexual orientation and transgender identity.
From Salon • Apr. 1, 2024
Ms. Huang acknowledged posting the names, but denied using abusive language.
From New York Times • Jun. 3, 2023
Revile not with words him whom thou hast to correct with deeds: the punishment which the unhappy wretch is doomed to suffer is sufficient, without the addition of abusive language.
From The History of Don Quixote de la Mancha by Cervantes Saavedra, Miguel de
